James Douglas, 1st Earl of Morton

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James Douglas, 1st Earl of Morton (d. 1493) was created Earl of Morton in 1458. He was a descendant of Agnes Dunbar, 4th Countess of Moray (known as "Black Agnes of Dunbar"). He married Princess Joan Stewart (1429 - c. 1488), daughter of James I, King of Scots. His wife was buried in Dalkeith Church, Dalkeith. They were the parents of four children; Janet, Elizabeth, James and John Douglas, 2nd Earl of Morton.


Peerage of Scotland
Preceded by
New creation
Earl of Morton
1458-1493
Succeeded by
John Douglas

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